Geoffrey-Higginbotham-Obituary

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Geoffrey P. Higginbotham

East Providence, Rhode Island

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Geoffrey passed away on Tuesday, February 28, 2017. Geoffrey was a resident of Rumford, Rhode Island at the time of passing. Geoffrey was a graduate of Boston College Class of 2005. Calling hours will be held on Sunday March 5 2017 in the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME 350 Willett Avenue Riverside from 3-7 p.m. A Concelebrated Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday March 6 2017 in St. Luke Church 108 Washington Road Barrington at 10 a.m. Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Flowers are respectfully omitted. Contributions in Geoffreyâs memory to the Scholarship Foundation of East Providence INC. P.O. Box 154438 East Providence RI 02915 or the Cleveland Clinic Foundation P.O. Box 931517 Cleveland Ohio 44193 in memory of Geoffrey P. Higginbotham would be deeply appreciated.

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Still remember my granddaughters and Clair talking about Mr. Higgs He was loved by all.
BJ. Larkin

Dear Ellen-Ann and Steve, I just received your card today and it reminded me of our short time together in CLE. I was so honored to meet you, Geoff and your wonderful family, and I can feel your pain. I hope we have the chance to meet again to celebrate his life and the strength your family has with each other. Love to you all.

Steve, Ellen-Ann,

Though we did not know Geoff, we send our condolences to your and your family. Ofttimes we would think of Geoff and all that he went through and of your persistent love and caring of him. Reading of the many other memories below shows what an incredible young man he turned out to be and of the effect he had on so many family, friends and acquaintances. May you both find peace and rest at this time and may many fond memories continually pervade your lives of his...

Ellen Ann, Stephen, and family,
I'm sorry for the loss of your son Geoffrey. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Connie

Ellen Ann, Steve & family,
I was deepened sadden to here about Geoff. I know what he and the family has gone through over the years and can't not imagine how you feel. Everything I've heard about him reminded me that he was just like his mom. A very caring teacher and great person. May the good memories get you through this difficult time. All of you will be in my prayers & thoughts.

My deepest sympathies to all of Mr Higgs family. Mr. Higgs was a very special teacher to both my kids. He always focused on strengths of the student. My son wasn't much of a student, but he had a connection with Mr. Higgs. I am so very sorry for your loss. May the comfort of our Lord ease your pain.
Elizabeth Miller

Steve and family so sorry to hear of your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time...

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We remember Geoff playing ball on the lawn as a kid and then a teenager, with his brother and friends. He had a beautiful spirit you could see from a mile away, and that was evident through all the trials he faced with such dignity and grace. He has been a role model for us in difficult times. Our prayers are with him and all of you today and always. John and Amy Tomasi

My deepest sympathies to you on the loss of Geoff. Both my sons were privileged to have Mr. Higg as a teacher and mentor. When I shared with them about his passing, they both began recalling stories of how much of a difference Mr Higg had been in their lives. I want to thank you from the deepest depths of my heart for raising a son who has made such a monumental impact on my sons and many students at East Providence High School. His legacy of kindness, generosity, and acceptance will forever...